Article 45 Reintegration into the communityI1

From the beginning of a child’s period of detention in a centre consideration shall be given, in consultation as appropriate with the child’s parent, other statutory or voluntary agencies and in particular, those responsible for his period of supervision under a juvenile justice centre order, to the child’s future and to the help to be given to him in preparation for his reintegration into the community.

Before the end of a child’s period of detention under a juvenile justice centre order the director shall give to the child a careful explanation of his liability to supervision after release and the requirements with which he must comply.

The plan prepared for a child in accordance with rule 15(3) shall have regard to the need to help the child in preparation for and after his return to the community.

In the case of a child who will be of compulsory school age on his release contact shall be made with the relevant education authority so that arrangements can be made for his return to education in the community.